Hollywood starts with an agent

Chapter 349: Watching with cold eyes
"It seems you have quite a few fans in the United States?"

On the bed in the bedroom, Aaron held Wang Zhuxian in his arms and stroked her.

Wang Zhuxian smiled and kissed the man on the lips. "Some Chinese people probably know me!"

After all, although Wang Zhuxian starred in Jack Cheng's "Rumble in the Bronx," the main character of the film was ultimately Jack Cheng.

"Is the Hong Kong real estate market getting hotter and hotter these days?"

Aaron's Haihua Investment Company has seen its properties in Hong Kong appreciate significantly.

"Yes, it's incredibly popular. Hong Kong is returning to China in '97, and everyone's saying the mainland won't let the Hong Kong market collapse."

"Therefore, there is a great deal of enthusiasm for investing in Hong Kong real estate, and the media are saying that Chinese capital will cover the losses!"

Wang Zhuxian spends most of her time filming movies in Hong Kong, so she is aware of these circumstances.

Aaron smiled. "Jardine Matheson and Swire, these British conglomerates, are all selling off properties in Hong Kong for profit, and are heavily promoting the real estate market."

"Many state-owned enterprises on the mainland have followed suit and invested in Hong Kong real estate, further boosting the confidence of Hong Kong residents in buying homes."

"This led to a property speculation frenzy throughout Hong Kong!"

The British were also planning one last major harvest before they left.

"What should we do then? We've already invested."

Upon hearing this, Wang Zhuxian, who was lying on Aaron's body, seemed a little worried.

"Don't worry, it's not time yet. Problems will only arise when we return," Aaron patted the woman on his body.
"How much have you invested? Those who bought houses with loans are the ones who need to worry!"

Ordinary people in Hong Kong are incredibly crazy about buying houses; they buy houses, take out mortgages, and keep buying houses.

"That's good," Wang Zhuxian said, relieved.

“Of course,” Aaron smiled, then flipped over and pinned the woman down.

Wang Zhuxian let out a soft pant, "Hmm, wasn't that enough?"

"What do you say?"

With that, Aaron pressed his lips to the woman's and kissed her, their fingers intertwined...

Wang Zhuxian came to the United States specifically to participate in the preparation of the "Rush Hour" project and will stay in the United States for a longer period of time.
Therefore, Aaron will have many opportunities to meet with the other party!

Beverly Hills, MPAA Headquarters.

MPAA Chairman Jack Valentine convened a meeting with the chairmen of the seven major film studios: Warner Bros., Paramount, Universal, Disney, 20th Century Fox, Sony, and MGM.
"The battle between the two DVD format standards is becoming increasingly fierce, which is not a good thing for us."

As he spoke, 20th Century Fox CEO Peter Chernin glanced at Warner Bros. co-chairman Terry Semel and Sony Pictures Entertainment's new chairman John Culley.

John Culley just left United Artists this year to join Sony Pictures Entertainment;

The current DVD standard format is divided between Sony and Philips on one side, and Toshiba and Time Warner on the other.

Disney's film chairman, Joe Roth, also tapped the table, saying, "The future of DVDs is clear to everyone."

"Look at the development of VCDs in China. Last year, WanYan, the company that invented VCDs, produced tens of thousands of units, but that was because of a shortage of discs." "This year, however, no fewer than 20 VCD players have been produced, and WanYan is promoting discs, with more and more movies and music being recorded."

"Currently, China has more than 90 VCD manufacturers, and the development momentum is very strong!"

As he spoke, Joe Ross looked at everyone, "But DVD is our future; two formats are a waste for us."

"Therefore, I hope everyone will unite and make demands on electronics manufacturers to ensure the uniqueness of the DVD standard."

"Dawn Global agrees: There can only be one standard for DVD!"

As soon as Joe Ross finished speaking, Tom Rothman, co-president of Universal, spoke up.

Bill McNick: "Twentieth Century Fox also supports it!"

Frank Marcuso: "MGM too!"

Shirley Lansing: "Viacom Paramount also supports the uniqueness of the DVD standard."

Terry Semel of Warner Bros. and John Culli of Sony Columbia exchanged glances and nodded.

Jack Valentine pondered for a moment, "Then I'll contact both parties on behalf of the MPAA and urge them to agree on a single DVD format standard!"

The importance of the seven major Hollywood film studios is self-evident; otherwise, how could DVD players be produced without content support?
The lack of a unified DVD standard forces film companies to produce two different DVD formats, which not only wastes resources but also hinders their revenue from home entertainment.
Now, the seven major film groups have joined forces to merge the DVD standards of manufacturers, all for the sake of profit!
Joe Ross had just gotten into his car after leaving Beverly Hills when he received a call informing him that he was to go to Michael Eisner's house that evening.

Is Michael Ovitz going too?

After hanging up the phone, Joe Ross's face immediately darkened. Michael Ovitz was going to become the president of Disney, and he himself would soon be Ovitz's subordinate.
Having served as a manager of a major Hollywood film group for many years, he now has to listen to an agent?

Joe Ross originally thought he would succeed Frank Wells as president of Disney;

Now, however, an agent has been parachuted in.

In the evening, Michael Ovitz rushed to Michael Eisner's house, ready to discuss the next steps with his old friend.

Michael Ovitz, overjoyed, already sees himself as Michael Eisner's successor at Disney.

If things go smoothly, after serving as president of Disney for a few years, he will become CEO of Disney, at which point his career will reach another peak!
Upon arriving at Michael Eisner's house, Michael Ovitz, who had just reached the outside of the study, heard a heated argument coming from inside.

Joe Roth of Disney movies and Peter Snyder of Disney Animation have already arrived.

But as soon as Michael Ovitz entered the study, the room fell silent, and the heated conversation came to an abrupt halt!

Michael Eisner sat at the head of the table, with Joe Ross and Peter Schneider on either side.

Michael Eisner said, “Sit down, Ovitz.”

Michael Ovitz nodded, and just as he was about to sit down, Joe Ross spoke up somewhat resentfully, "Michael, welcome to Disney, but I want to tell you that I'm not working for you!"

On the other side, Peter Schneider shrugged and looked at Michael Ovitz, "Me too, I won't accept your leadership."

Based on their job titles, Michael Ovitz is the president of the Disney Group, so he should be their boss!

Michael Ovitz, who had just entered the study, was stunned and looked at Michael Eisner, hoping that the other man could say something.

However, to his disappointment, Michael Eisner simply watched coldly and ignored him, creating an awkward silence!
(End of this chapter)